Guide · Selling from home
Can I sell jams & jellies from home in California?
Informational only — not legal advice.
Verify every requirement with the official agency cited below before producing or selling food.
Yes, with limits — California allows some jams & jellies but prohibits others.
On California's allowed list
- Fruit butters, preserves, jams, and jellies made only from fruits listed in 21 CFR Part 150
CDPH — Approved Cottage Foods List (reviewed April 2026) · Verified 2026-09-15
On California's prohibited list
- Jams or jellies made from fruits or vegetables not listed in 21 CFR Part 150
CDPH — Cottage Food FAQ and Approved Cottage Foods List · Verified 2026-09-15
Status is derived from California's official allowed and prohibited foods lists. Even when a food is allowed, you still must meet that state's permit, labeling, and sales-channel rules.
Read the full California cottage food page or see the Jams & Jellies category across states.